1970 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1970 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen DS | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | DS | 911 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |